[DEEN’s Masterpieces] A Collection of Hit Songs Loved Across Generations

sunflowerDEEN

DEEN 'Himawari' Music Video Short Ver.

There’s no one who can sing a ballad this cool.

The emotions are so deeply woven into the song, and I love the way he sings—it’s tinged with heartbreak.

It slowly wells up in your chest.

The chorus is powerful and comforting.

The way he performs is so true to himself—unadorned and natural—and it’s absolutely wonderful.

As if it were a dreamDEEN

DEEN – As If in a Dream (Theme Song of 'Tales of Destiny')

This is the theme song from Tales of Destiny that I absolutely love.

It fits the game so well, and it reminds me of how deeply I got into playing it.

I had a great time, but the song has a slightly bittersweet feel that almost makes me cry.

Even listening to it now brings back memories of those days and makes me feel nostalgic.

Your very own Santa ClausDEEN

DEEN “Your Only Santa Claus” from ‘Spur’ Teaser Movie

DEEN, who have continued to release hit songs from the 1990s to the present, put out a winter-themed album titled “Spur” in December 2021.

Featured on that album, this song is a gem of a love ballad that layers bittersweet feelings for Christmas over the sophisticated sounds of city pop and AOR.

It captures the thrill of a first Christmas Eve together and a sincere wish for a loved one, delivering a passionate message about becoming Santa Claus to grant that person’s wishes.

Shuichi Ikemori’s clear, transparent vocals and Koji Yamane’s urbane arrangement create a beauty like snow dancing across the winter night sky.

It’s a perfect track for a special night spent with your partner or when you want to convey your feelings to someone important.

Crazy for youDEEN

I tried singing DEEN “crazy for you”

It’s a rock-style number, which is not something you often hear from DEEN.

It’s wonderful that they can sing a song like this so naturally.

The music is intense, but their vocal ability keeps up perfectly, and it’s really cool—just as you’d expect.

Also, pay attention to the slightly more mature lyrics.

Dormant PassionDEEN

Passion That Remains Asleep [DEEN]

I was surprised to hear him shout so intensely like that—his voice is amazing and really cool.

He has so many great songs, so I wish he’d appear on TV more and sing.

Compared to today’s music, I feel the songs from that time had more heart and soul.

Don’t cry anymore.DEEN

DEEN 'Don't Cry Anymore' Music Video

This is a mid-tempo ballad whose warm message gently tells a loved one in tears from a painful experience, “please don’t be sad anymore,” and it really sinks into the heart.

The straight, crystalline vocals don’t just offer comfort—they richly convey the protagonist’s deep love as they trust and wait for the other person to start walking forward again.

Released in November 2013 as DEEN’s 41st single, the song also became well-known as the theme for the TV drama “A Woman of the Crime Lab” (Kasouken no Onna).

On nights when your heart is tired, let yourself be quietly wrapped in this song’s kindness.

GraduationDEEN

DEEN 'Graduation' Music Video

This moving number by DEEN, a band that has colored the times with numerous classic songs, was created by likening their 18th year since forming to the milestone of “graduation.” The lyrics, which express gratitude for the irreplaceable days spent with friends and hope for the future, truly resonate.

Included as the final track on the June 2011 album “Graduation,” it’s a fitting conclusion to the album’s overarching theme.

An unfading masterpiece you’ll want to listen to when embarking on a new chapter or thinking of dear friends.